Our story began when the first Cole & Garrett Funeral Home opened its doors in 1865. Since then, we have been dedicated to providing families with professional and courteous service. Ours is a proud tradition, an honorable heritage, and a history that we share with the communities we serve. We have a simple goal: to continuously provide services to meet the individual needs of every family we serve and to ensure they are comfortable and secure with the choices they make. Our experience guides our care, and our history reminds us that we are first and foremost a family serving families. To us, what we do is more than just a business—it's a commitment to care. At Cole & Garrett Funeral Homes, we believe that every life is unique. Every funeral should be too. We celebrate life. We also offer The Simplicity Plan® prearrangement program, an easy way to handle an important family responsibility. Community Involvement At Cole & Garrett, we take pride in being part of the communities we serve. In addition to providing professional and caring funeral service to Tennessee families, we are proud to offer the use of our facilities to local organizations for meetings or get-togethers. We also provide grief seminars and support groups, memorial services, hospice programs, and a Memorial Tree program to remember loved ones during the holidays. We invite you to learn more about us by visiting any of our following locations. COLE & GARRETT FUNERAL HOME - GOODLETTSVILLE The Cole & Garrett Funeral Home in Goodlettsville, purchased in 1933, still retains the beauty and charm of a traditional colonial home. Later additions of spacious chapels, comfortable family rooms and new parking areas have made this stately building even more impressive. COLE & GARRETT FUNERAL HOME - HENDERSONVILLE At our Hendersonville location, you will find a more modern facility located on three acres of land with ample parking. Our funeral home offers a lovely chapel and a relaxing family room. COLE & GARRETT FUNERAL HOME - WHITE HOUSE White House is home to our third location. With an attractive red brick exterior, the funeral home features a large chapel, a pleasant family room and a convenient refreshment area on the premises. Constructed in 1955, the funeral home exemplifies Cole & Garrett's commitment to quality and excellence in family care

September 24, 1944 - September 15, 2014

Gracie Alice Scott, age 69 of Ridgetop, TN, went home to be with the Lord on September 15, 2014. Gracie was born in Ridgetop, TN on September 24, 1944. Preceded in death by mother, Mrs. Tomella Lawrence Scott Dowlen, father, (John Scott) and Rev. Madell Dowlen, Sr.; brother, Madell Dowlen, Jr. and sister, Emma Gale Dowlen. She leaves to cherish her memory; brother, Mark Steven Dowlen, sister,...
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August 6, 1933 - September 15, 2014

Eulis was born in Sumner County on August 6, 1933 and passed away at his home in White House on September 15, 2014. He worked for Ford Glass for 30 years and then he and his wife operated a small engine repair for 36 years. He was a devoted member of First Baptist Church of White House, TN and a member of Masonic Lodge #700. Eulis was devoted to his family and church. He was preceded in death by...
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July 21, 1923 - September 11, 2014

BAUGH, Russell Eugene age 91 of Hendersonville passed away September 11, 2014. He is preceded in death by his parents, James Russell and Glow Pauline Baugh; brothers, Paul and Dale Baugh. Col. Baugh is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Elisabetha Cassel Baugh; daughter, Carol (Tim) Webster; son, Steve (Evelyn) Baugh; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Col. Baugh served his...
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August 7, 1922 - August 27, 2014

Andrew Fowler Jackson, Age 92, passed away August 27, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis C. and Annie Jackson; sisters, Okie Mai, Tommie and Edna Jackson; brother, William L. Jackson. He was survived by his his loving sister and brother, Frances Long and Lewis E. Jackson. He was a life long resident of Hendersonville. He was a veteran of WWII serving in the US Army and was in...
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February 15, 1934 - August 18, 2014

William "Ed" Cree. August 18, 2014 age 80. Preceded in death by his daughter, Grace Cree; brother, Benny Cree. Survived by his wife of 33 years, Jan Cree; daughters, PJ Cree-Miller, and Susan Cree-Bush (Ric); grandchildren, Joshua Schmitz, Rylan Bush, Benjamin Bush. Ed earned a degree in mathematics and was Wisconsin State wrestling champion two years in a row. He pursued a career as an...
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January 6, 1934 - August 15, 2014

Don Dickenson, of Hendersonville, passed away August 15, 2014 at the age of 80. Mr. Dickenson was a loving and giving father and grandfather of 4 children, 9 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Don was one of the founders of Middle Tennessee Youth Soccer. He coached Hendersonville Youth and High School Soccer for several years and took the High School team to a State Championship. He was...
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October 26, 1931 - August 15, 2014

Rufus Taylor Smith, Sr., age 82, of Greenbrier, went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 15, 2014.
Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his parents and several siblings.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Esther Smith; children, Rufus Taylor Smith, Jr., Steven Smith, Grace Rene Kopp, and Sarah Jeanette Dunnivant; 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; a sister, Mary Taylor; and...
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March 19, 1964 - July 28, 2014

STABLER, Carolyn Louise age 50 of Portland, TN passed away July 28, 2014. She is preceded in death by her father, John Mack Stabler Jr. She is survived by her mother, Carol of Brentwood, TN; brothers, Walt (Susan) of Franklin, TN and John (Darlene) of Cocoa, FL. Carolyn graduated from Western KY University and was employed in the Telecommunications Industry by Direct TV. Family will receive...
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May 2, 1927 - July 22, 2014

Mrs. Serro was born in Pennsylvania on May 2, 1927 and passed away at Skyline Medical Center on Tuesday, July 22, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Angelo Serro. Survived by her sons, Rob, Michael, and Thomas Serro; grandchildren, Rebecca, Michael, Keith, Heather, Ryan, Christopher, Scott and Jennifer; great-grandchildren, Khloe and Landon.
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October 1, 1929 - July 16, 2014

Bobby Meadows, age 84, of Goodlettsville, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2014.
He was retired from Ford Glass Plant after 30 years of service.
Mr. Meadows is survived by his wife of 64 years, Corene Meadows; and several neices and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 4-8pm Friday, July 18 and again from 10-11am Saturday, July 19 at Cole and Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville....
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September 26, 1925 - July 15, 2014

Athalene M. Cantrell, age 88, of Goodlettsville, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2014. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Goodlettsville for aproximately 60 years.
Mrs. Cantrell was preceded in death by her husband, Reed Cantrell; her parents; and sisters, Elma and Lucille.
She is survived by her son, Jerry Cantrell (Beverly); 2 grandsons, Jackie and Jesse Cantrell; 3 great...
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February 17, 1964 - July 13, 2014

Paula Palermo Penick, age 50 of White House, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2014.
Born in Louisiana, she was a devoted LSU fan and loved the Fleur de Lis. Ms. Penick was a extremely devoted mother and had worked for HCA for over 25 years, and loved by all who knew her. She was a dedicated member of the Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church.
Ms. Penick was preceded in death by her father,...
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February 17, 1964 - July 13, 2014

Paula Palermo Penick, age 50, of White House passed away Sunday, July 13, 2014. Born in Louisiana she was a devoted LSU fan and loved the Fleur de Lis. Ms. Penick was a extremely devoted mother and had worked for HCA for over 25 years, and loved by all who knew her. She was a dedicated member of the Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church.
Ms. Penick was preceded in death by her father, Raymond J...
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September 24, 1930 - June 22, 2014

LOCKERD, John A., age 83 of Hendersonville, passed away June 22, 2014. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother and sister. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Peggy; son, Hubert (Loretta) Lockerd; daughters, Charlynn (Ken) Foust and Robin (Thor) Hendrickson; 6 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren. John was very proud of his military service and his numerous positions with the...
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April 5, 1938 - June 15, 2014

Rev. Paul Baggett "The Happy Pastor" June 15, 2014, age 76. Survived by his wife of 53 years, Abbie Gail Baggett; his children, Alan (Teresa) Baggett, Alisa (Paul) Connell, Clay (Tawana) Baggett, Matthew (Rachel) Baggett; nine grandchildren, one great-grandchild. Rev. Baggett served in the ministry for over 50 years, and was currently the Pastor of Living to Go Church. Visitation will be at...
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December 7, 1936 - June 14, 2014

Stella Conquest Smith, June 14, 2014 age 77 of Nashville. Survived by her children, Cheryl Redding (Lee); Roy Smith, Jr. (Cindy), Michael Smith (Thomas); five grandchildren; sister, Margaret Holt. She was a 1954 graduate of East High School. Vistation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Saturday June 21, from 2 until 5 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lions...
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May 27, 1922 - June 7, 2014

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Woodrow Cook
Goodlettsville, TN
Woodrow Cook, age 92, of Goodlettsville, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2014. He was a veteran of WWII serving in England, France, Belgium, Luxemburg, and Germany with the 44th Engineer Combat Battalion.
Mr. Cook was...
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August 12, 1925 - June 4, 2014

Benjamin F. McWhorter, Jr., age 88, of White House, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at his home. Mr. McWhorter was preceded in death by his parents; 3 brothers; a daughter; a grandson; and a daughter-in-law. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Dora McWhorter; son, Frank McWhorter; daughter, Beth Phillips (Steve); 5 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The...
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January 20, 1926 - May 29, 2014

Jean was born in Davidson County and passed away at her residence in Gallatin, TN. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ollie Demonbreun, Sr. Survived by heer sons, Ollie Demonbreun, Jr (Melinda), David Demonbreun, Tim demonbreun (DeAnn), Steve Demonbreun (Trina); one brother and one sister; 12 grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to...
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January 10, 1947 - May 28, 2014

Age 67 passed away May 28, 2014. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Helen Parker; brothers, Charles and Ronnie. David is survived by his loving wife of 42 years Betty Jean Davis Parker; brothers, Richard S. Parker and Terry Parker; sisters, Helen Davis and Judy Caldwell. Family will receive friends 3-4pm Saturday June 14 at First Baptist Church in Pegram, with the Memorial Service...
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January 1, 1908 - May 26, 2014

Bessie Lee Brown, May 26, 2014, age 106. Born January 1, 1908 in Kingston Springs, TN. Daughter of James Richardson and Luella Hay. She was the eldest of 12 siblings. Preceded in death by her Husband, Charles Brown; daughter, Charlce Clark; granddaughter, Lesa Venable. Survived by her sister, Nadine Moffett; granddaughter, Barbara Hightower; great-grandsons, Charles and James Smith; sister...
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October 8, 1945 - May 24, 2014

Linda Sue Owens, age 68, of Greenbrier, passed away Saturday, May 24, 2014 at her home. She drove a school bus for Metro and Robertson County Schools for over 40 years. Ms. Owens was preceded in death by her father, Walter Shaffer Bean. She is survived by her mother, Reba Bean; her children, Harvey Owens III, and Patricia Galbreath (Bryant); grandchildren, Madison Grace Treadway, Tracy and...
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June 14, 1923 - May 24, 2014

Mary Ella Allen Galbreath, age 90, of Goodlettsville, passed away Saturday, May 24, 2014 at her home. She was the best of the best. Mrs. Galbreath was preceded in death by daughters, Donna Galbreath Benek and Kristie Jo Galbreath; her parents, Hensley and Lydia Allen; and a sister, Florence Martin. She is survived by her husband, Bob R. Galbreath; children, Maxie B. Galbreath (Marty), and Kelly...
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January 19, 1918 - May 19, 2014

Agnes Cubbins Blackwell, Age 96 of Goodlettsville, departed this life to be with her Lord May 19, 2014. She was a member of Temple Baptist Church, White House about 5 years. Also, Bethel Baptist Church for 35 years. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and admired by all. She is preceded in death by her husband Leon E. Blackwell of 63 years; parents, Charlie and Mattie Cubbins; brother,...
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August 7, 1911 - May 14, 2014

Goodlettsville, TN
EZELL McMURTRY
After nearly 103 vibrant years, Ezell McMurtry died peacefully at his home in Goodlettsville on Tuesday. Always a benevolent presence with impeccable integrity to family and friends, he was a faithful and beloved husband to his wife Zelma for over 50 years. He was Sunday School Superintendent for over 25 years at Cumberland Presbyterian Church and retired...
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October 25, 1942 - May 2, 2014

Nashville, TN --- "Lonesome" Lester Armistead, 71, founding member of The Tennessee Mafia Jug Band, has died after a battle with cancer.
With the jug band, Armistead propelled both the comedy and the old-time music with his percussive jug blowing. His powerful tenor singing recalled the late great Bashful Brother Oswald, (comedian and Roy Acuff's longtime dobro player), from whom Lester...
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July 25, 1934 - April 30, 2014

Vergie Mai Honeycutt, age 79, of Goodlettsville, passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2014. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church and worked diligently in her church in the Women's Ministry and carried baskets to Skyline Hospital for the waiting rooms.
Vergie was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Hayden Honeycutt; and son, Johnny Wayne Honeycutt; and parents, Ernest Benton and...
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June 2, 1949 - April 27, 2014

Ivan Noel Newlin of Madison, TN, age 64, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2014 following a lengthy illness. His children were with him bedside at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville.
Mr. Newlin was born June 2, 1949, to Henry W. Newlin and Ella P. Vann Newlin, in Manchester, TN. He attended public schools in Manchester and graduated from Central High School in 1967. He attended United...
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February 25, 1958 - April 25, 2014

Richard Joseph DeSlover, age 56, of Greenbrier, passed away Friday, April 25, 2014 at the St. Thomas Midtown Hospital.The family will receive friends from 4-8pm Sunday at the Cole and Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
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October 21, 1940 - April 20, 2014

Wanda Lee Gamble, age 73, of Nashville, passed away Sunday, April 20, 2014 at the Skyline Medical Center. She was a member of Bellshire United Methodist Church.
Mrs. Gamble was preceded in death by her parents, Ernis and Martha DeSheles; and a great granddaughter, Lilly Doss.
She is survived by her husband, James Gamble; children, James Gamble, Jr. (Sheryll), Janice Gray (Harold), Jerry...
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June 16, 1940 - April 17, 2014

Howell, Janice Rhea Age 73 of Nashville, TN passed away April 17, 2014 at McKendree Healthcare Center in Hermitage, TN after complications from treatment for cancer of the bile duct. She is preceded in death by her daughters, Jenny Griffin and Jamie Griffin Webb; her parents, Theda Luther Howell and Homer Charlton Howell all of Nashville, TN. She is survived by brothers Michael W. Howell of...
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June 3, 1930 - April 17, 2014

Hendersonville, TN
Alma Mai Ford – Age 83, April 17, 2014. She was an active member of The Servant Church in Gallatin, and loved serving alongside her church family. She worked at Baird Ward Printing Company before her retirement. Preceded in death by her husband, James H. Ford; brother, William McLaughlin. Survived by her sons, Darrell Ford (Brenda), Dale Ford (Ann), and Danny Ford (Becky...
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August 3, 1926 - April 16, 2014

Faye P. Kemp, April 16, 2014 age 87. Survived by her daughters, Christine Vaughn, Terry Nutter, Sharon Young; step-daughter, Vickie Forkum; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. Memorial service will be Wednesday April 23 at 11 am at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the building fund at Cornerstone Church.
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May 22, 1945 - April 10, 2014

November 15, 1938 - April 5, 2014

Maxie was born in Haleyville, Alabama on November 15, 1938 and passed away on April 5, 2014 in Hendersonville, TN. She lived a blessed and full life.She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1985, and defeated it. She was one of M.D. Anderson Medical Center's longest breast cancer survivors, 29 years. She was a spirited lady who reluctantly took "no" as an answer in sales. She graduated college and...
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June 22, 1955 - March 27, 2014

Victor Pestrak, Ph.D.
June 22, 1955 – March 27, 2014
A memorial service will be held for Dr. Victor Pestrak on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 1:00 pm at Cole and Garrett Funeral Home in Goodlettsville. Dr. Pestrak was born in Chicago, Illinois and lived in Goodlettsville since 1991. He was a forensic psychologist and therapist. He is survived by his mother, wife, son, two brothers, and one sister.
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October 12, 1956 - March 25, 2014

Nancy Kay Scott, March 25, 2014, age 57 of Goodlettsville. She was preceded in death by her father James "Dude" Ledford; sisters, Cathy Cook, Linda Reddin; brother, James Ledford. Survived by her son, James Crowe, daughters, Kristy Patterson and Misty Antomattei; mother, Geraldine Weaver; grandchildren, Chasity Chambers and Aliyah Antomattei. A private graveside service will be held.
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May 4, 1931 - March 18, 2014

Billie was born in Sumner County, Tennessee on May 4, 1931 to the late, Raleigh and Martha Summers. He passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at Sumner Regional Medical Center in Gallatin, TN. He was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Summers; daughters, Lydia Jane Brown and Delores Jean Belcher; sister, Earline Greer and brothers, Leon and Benny Summers. He is survived by his wife, Bertha...
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August 16, 1954 - March 7, 2014

Dicky passed away at his home of over 50 years in Hendersonville, Tn Friday, March 7, 2014.He worked 42 years as a pipe insulator for Local #86. He was preceded in death by his Mother, Irene Wall and his Father, Billy "Slim" Wall. Dicky is survived by his wife of 26 years, Tracie Wall; son, Ben Wall (Stephanie Rieck, Fiance'), daughter, Addie Wall; brother, Bill Wall (Deeanna) and Steve Wall ...
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February 10, 1939 - March 2, 2014

Mrs. Zeanah was born in Fayette County, Alabama and passed away at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, TN. She was a graduate of the University of Alabama receiving her bachelor's, masters, and doctoral degrees all there. Mrs. Zeanah taught school at Bevill State Junior College and also Volunteer State Community College in Gallatin, TN. She is survived by her husband, John W. Zeanah, Jr.; son,...
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June 13, 1931 - March 1, 2014

George Lewis Hurt, age 82, of Goodlettsville, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2014 at his home. Mr. Hurt was retired from Peterbilt Motors and was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Rae Hurt; brothers, Erenest, Tommy, and John Hurt; and sisters, Nona Bell Baker, and Milbry Elaine Hurt. Mr. Hurt is survived by his sons, Danny Hurt (Virginia), John Hardy Hurt;...
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July 22, 1935 - February 13, 2014

Sandra Frensley Rizor, age 78, of Goodlettsville, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2014 at the St. Thomas West Hospital.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Thomas E. "Bo" Frensley; and her second husband, Webb Claude Rizor.
Mrs. Rizor is survived by her children, Beth Tayes (Mike), Christa Mixon, Bo Frensley, Kathy Byrd, Tommy Frensley (Dawn), David Frensley (Kim), Billy...
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December 14, 1961 - February 12, 2014

Terry Allen "Hud" Hudson
Hendersonville, TN
In the early morning hours of Wednesday, February 12, 2014, at approximately 6 a.m., Terry passed away peacefully and of natural causes, at his home located on Roberta Drive in Hendersonville, Tennessee. At the time of his passing, Terry was comforted by his fiancée, Bonnie Cash Hudson.
Terry was born on December 14, 1961 and at the time of...
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September 30, 1946 - February 1, 2014

Denise, age 67, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2014 at Vanderbilt Medical Center. She was born September 30, 1946 in Chicago, Illinois and spent most of her early life in the United States at various Air Force Bases. She met Kenneth during a tour of duty with her family at Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany in 1963. Upon Kenneth's discharge, they left Ramstein and established their residence...
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